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I
NSTRUCTION
M
ANUAL
3601 E. 34th St. Tucson, AZ 85713 USA Tel. +1 520
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882
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6598 Fax +1 520
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882
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6599 email: [email protected] Web: http://www.metallographic.com
8
Please read this instruction manual carefully and follow all installation, operating and safety guidelines.
VM
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500 Auto Focus Digital
Stereo Microscope
5.0 Adjustment Features
5.1 Illumination Adjustment
5.2 Specimen Placement
The sample clips are for fixing the object being observed, and can effectively prevent vibrations in the
environment from moving the image. Steps for securing specimen:
1.
Loosen both spring screws.
2.
Place sample on stage and position in desired location.
3.
Position both sample clip arms onto sample.
4.
Tighten sample clip arms using spring screws.
TIP: Use gloves to avoid leaving finger prints
on samples when adjusting position on stage.
The illumination adjustment knob is located on the stem of the
VM
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500
, near the backside of the
machine. See illustration on page 6 for a diagram.
Adjust light levels by turning the knob. Adjust light as necessary for best picture quality.